COVID-19
Scientists from a research team led by the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding the mechanisms behind long COVID. By analyzing blood samples from nearly 200 participants using high-resolution proteomics technology, the researchers identified the protein VEGFA as a central element in
Disease susceptibility
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, have made a groundbreaking discovery in the understanding of Parkinson's disease, shedding light on the intricacies of dopamine neurons and their role in motor control. The study identifies distinct functional networks within dopamine neurons, revealing that some subtypes are more
Disease susceptibility
Motor neuron diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), have long been viewed as genetically distinct. However, a recent study led by researchers from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has identified common genetic causes
Disease susceptibility
A recent study from the University of Dodoma in Tanzania highlights the importance of voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) for HIV/AIDS among secondary school students. The research, aimed at assessing knowledge, perception, and attitude towards VCT, involved 127 students aged 15-25 years from three schools in Iringa Rural District.
Disease susceptibility
A study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences has shed new light on the relationship between inflammatory markers and schizophrenia. Researchers from the Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania, examined the role of inflammatory markers in perception disorders associated with major psychiatric pathology, including
Cosmetics
Neutrogena, a leading brand in the personal care industry, has issued a recall of its popular Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing Towelettes due to concerns over bacterial contamination. The recall follows a report by the FDA, which found that the wipes tested positive for the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae, also known as
Disease susceptibility
Patients with autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic diseases (AIIRD) are vulnerable to infections due to their underlying autoimmune conditions and immunosuppressive treatments. A recent study conducted by researchers at Akdeniz University aimed to evaluate influenza vaccination rates, hesitancy, and awareness among this patient population. The study found that only 34.3% of
Disease susceptibility
Hormonal changes during menopause reduce tear quality and moisture, leading to dry eye disease, a condition that affects millions of women worldwide. New research presented at The Menopause Society's Annual Meeting in 2025 reveals that postmenopausal women are more likely to develop dry eye disease, with 57.38%
Infection
Research conducted at the Memorial University of Newfoundland has shown that co-infecting lumpfish with sublethal doses of Aeromonas salmonicida and Vibrio anguillarum can lead to increased mortality and severity of clinical signs, even at low doses. The study, published in the journal Aquaculture, aimed to explore the interactions between these
Infection
Research conducted at the Memorial University of Newfoundland has shown that co-infecting lumpfish with sublethal doses of Aeromonas salmonicida and Vibrio anguillarum can lead to increased mortality and severity of clinical signs, even at low doses. The study, published in the journal Aquaculture, aimed to explore the interactions between these
Proteins
A team of researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University has conducted a comprehensive multi-omics analysis to unravel the molecular dynamics of aging. By analyzing 400 tissue samples from 10 organs in mice at four different life stages, the study aimed to investigate the systemic mechanisms governing both inter-organ interactions and
National Academy of Sciences
Researchers at Yale University have made a significant discovery about the immune responses of neonates, revealing that early-life human CD8+ T cells exhibit rapid, short-lived effector responses and a unique transcription factor landscape. This research has the potential to provide new insights into the development of effective treatments for viral
